Retinol 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum, 30ml

Your anti-ageing renewer: The Anua Retinol 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum

Are you ready to turn back time and give your skin a comprehensive refresh? The Anua Retinol 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum is your powerful nighttime skin renewal treatment. This serum combines the gold standard anti-ageing ingredients retinol and niacinamide to smooth fine lines, even skin tone and promote skin elasticity. Enriched with a cocktail of eight peptides, tea tree oil and ceramides, it works overnight to regenerate, soothe and strengthen your skin's barrier for visibly more youthful, firmer and radiant skin.

The power of ingredients: a superlative regeneration team

This serum is an intelligently formulated blend of potent active ingredients and soothing components to deliver maximum results with minimal irritation:

• Retinal (0.11%): A particularly effective and stable form of vitamin A. It accelerates cell renewal, boosts collagen production and visibly reduces signs of ageing such as wrinkles and sagging skin.
• Niacinamide: The perfect partner for retinol. It brightens the skin, reduces hyperpigmentation, strengthens the skin barrier and helps to cushion the potentially irritating effect of retinol.
• Eight Peptides: These building blocks support skin elasticity and firmness by signaling the production of collagen and elastin.
• Tea Tree Oil & Centella Asiatica: A soothing duo that has an anti-inflammatory effect and calms the skin during the renewal process.
• Ceramides: Essential lipids that strengthen the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss, which is particularly important when using retinol.

How to integrate retinol serum into your routine

Retinol is a powerful active ingredient. Slow acclimatization is the key to success!

1. Use the serum ONLY in the evening on cleansed, dry skin.
2. Weeks 1-2: Apply a pea-sized amount every second or third evening.
3. From week 3: If your skin tolerates it well, you can slowly increase the application to every evening.
4. ALWAYS wear a high broad spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30+) during the day as retinol makes the skin more sensitive to the sun.

Pro tip: Use the "sandwich method" for sensitive skin: Apply a thin layer of a simple moisturizer, then the retinol serum, and finish with another layer of moisturizer. This buffers the effect and minimizes irritation.

Complete your Anua routine

A good retinol routine needs supporting, gentle products. Combine the serum like this:

• Step 1 (Gentle cleansing): Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Gentle Gel Cleanser - Mild, moisturizing cleansing is essential to avoid further irritating the skin.
• Step 4 (Barrier Cream): Anua Heartleaf 70% Intense Calming Cream - A rich cream with ceramides is the perfect final step after the retinol serum to repair and strengthen the skin barrier overnight.
• In the morning (sun protection): Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++, 50ml - Absolute must! Protect your renewing skin from UV rays to maximize results and prevent damage.

Still have questions about Retinol 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum?

Who should not use this serum?

The use of retinol is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you have very sensitive skin or suffer from rosacea or eczema, consult a dermatologist before use.

Can I use the serum with other acids (AHA/BHA)?

It is recommended not to use retinol and other strong acids in the same routine to avoid the risk of over-irritation. You can use them on alternate evenings (e.g. Monday retinol, Tuesday BHA).

About the brand: Anua

Anua stands for minimalist skincare that relies on the power of natural, soothing ingredients. The focus is on simple but effective formulations with high concentrations of plant extracts such as Houttuynia Cordata (heart leaf) to rebalance stressed skin. Anua avoids unnecessary additives and is committed to sustainable and vegan products.